Charles River Laboratories is seeking a Strategic Business Specialist to support operations through data-driven insights. In this role, you'll lead projects, analyze complex data, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders. Ideal candidates should possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields along with strong analytical skills, experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, and proficiency in Excel. Benefits include private medical and dental insurance, pension plans, and company events. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Strategic Business Specialist supports organizational strategy and daily operations by delivering data‑driven insights, system improvements, and analytical solutions. This role is ideal for a highly analytical professional who enjoys solving complex business problems, working cross‑functionally, and driving continuous improvement in a regulated, scientific, or digital environment. You will design and evaluate moderately complex solutions using data analysis, business intelligence tools, and systems integration. Working under general supervision, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the organization and occasionally engage with senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage projects from planning through execution, ensuring clear communication and on-time delivery Analyze and consolidate data from multiple sources to build dashboards, reports, and analytics Design and validate data models, metrics, and workflows to ensure accurate interpretation of results Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business and technical stakeholders Deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to support decision‑making Identify performance gaps, inefficiencies, and optimization opportunities across systems and processes Perform routine system analysis and data quality/compliance reviews Support system integrations, software implementations, and process improvements Monitor performance trends and proactively flag risks or outliers Collaborate cross‑functionally to align work with strategic business objectives Respond to management and executive inquiries with data‑backed recommendations Mentor and support associate‑level team members Support change management and continuous improvement initiatives Perform additional related duties as needed Required Qualifications Education (one of the following): Master’s degree (M.S. or M.A.) in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or related field, with experience in data analysis and technology OR Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, with experience in data analysis (GMP experience preferred) Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered Language Requirements Fluency in English (required) German proficiency (preferred) Additional languages are a plus Experience & Skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience translating complex data into business insights Experience managing projects from concept through implementation Background in business optimization and change management Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Agile, Six Sigma, Dynamic Work Design) Strong proficiency in Excel and Power BI (Tableau experience acceptable) Experience with at least one programming language (Python, DAX, VBA, C++, or similar) Working knowledge of SQL and database management preferred Experience with large datasets and advanced data visualization Strong Microsoft Office skills Experience with system rollouts or software implementations preferred Prior experience in a GMP‑regulated environment is a strong advantage Benefits Company events Company pension Employee assistance program Private dental insurance Private medical insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr
For nearly 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well‑being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Job Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join Charles River Labs based in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin D24 NF21. The Quality Assurance (QA) Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of QA specialists to ensure products, processes, and services meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role oversees day‑to‑day QA operations, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborates cross‑functionally to drive operational excellence and compliance. The QA Supervisor provides coaching, guidance, and performance management for the QA team while ensuring timely and accurate execution of quality activities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Manage activities of assigned group(s) to ensure optimum performance of the team and meet business needs and timelines. Support personnel management activities such as hiring, promotions, training and development, providing regular direction and feedback on performance, disciplinary actions. Preparing and delivery annual performance and salary reviews. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of QA specialists. Promote a culture of quality, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Oversee inspection, testing, auditing, and documentation activities related to product or service quality. Ensure adherence to internal SOPs, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, GMP, GDPR). Review and approve QA documentation, including quality reports, deviations, CAPAs, and inspection records. Monitor and analyse quality metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Continued Develop, maintain, and enhance efficient work procedures and processes aligned with company standards and quality directives. Lead the preparation and maintenance of study and QA files for client audits, sponsor site visits, and regulatory inspections; ensure QA audit files are properly retained. Act as lead host for client site visits and regulatory inspections, managing communications, inquiries, and all audit‑related activities. Develop corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) in response to client and regulatory findings and coordinate drafting of follow‑up correspondence with affected departments and report outcomes to senior management. Review and approve SOPs, protocols, batch records, reports, and other regulated records (e.g., deviations, change controls, CAPAs) involving technically complex processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. Lead the execution and scheduling of internal facility inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of site quality systems. Support the review, negotiation, and maintenance of Customer and Supplier Quality Agreements. Provide QA support for validation activities, including computer systems, controlled environments, test methods, and manufacturing equipment. Facilitate, host, and present at Quality Management Review (QMR) meetings. Participate in and/or lead QA‑related projects and cross‑functional continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure timely resolution of non‑conformances and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Maintain accurate and compliant quality records and ensure the team adheres to controlled document processes. Ensure site compliance with applicable regulations and corporate policies; elevate identified quality or compliance risks to management. Collaborate closely with Operations, Laboratories, Customer Service, Facilities Product, Compliance, and other functions to ensure quality standards are embedded across workflows. Lead or support continuous improvement activities to enhance quality operations, efficiency, employee engagement, and service to internal and external customers. Communicate quality issues, insights, and recommendations effectively to stakeholders. Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree (B.S. /B.A.) or equivalent, preferably in a life science. Extensive experience in a Quality Assurance role minimum 5 years. Proven supervisory experience essential. Qualified Person (QP) qualification is highly desirable. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Experience with assisting or managing QA audits and inspections as well as interfacing with regulatory agencies. Detailed knowledge of GMP and ISO standards. Strong technical QMS experience essential. Competencies Excellent communication and influencing skills, (Fluent in English, written and verbal). Ability to collaborate and develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders. Effective problem solving and decision‑making skills. Strong leadership skills. Ability to motivate and lead a team. Business Acumen. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational skills with the ability to self‑manage and prioritise as required. Experience with Microsoft Office applications and spreadsheet/database programs such as Access and Excel. About Microbial Solutions Our Microbial Solutions business group has a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection and microbial identification products and services is unlike any other, and has been purposefully designed to meet the complex and ever‑changing needs of the industry. We help clients to ensure product safety and quality with easy‑to‑use yet robust testing solutions that satisfy regulatory requirements, support critical decision making and improve operational efficiencies. About Charles River Charles River is an early‑stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non‑GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market. With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well‑being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years. At Charles River Laboratories, we recognize and recruit all talent. We are a company committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion and work daily in this direction. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading contract research organization in Dublin seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor. The role involves leading a QA team to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations. Key responsibilities include managing inspections, developing corrective actions, and collaborating with various functions to enhance quality operations. Candidates should have at least five years in QA and a relevant degree. The organization values diversity and offers a supportive environment for career growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
